Red light therapy is rapidly becoming one of the most promising non-invasive treatments for healing, fat loss, energy, aging, and much more. And in this episode, Dr. Carl Rothschild explains exactly why.

Dr. Rothschild is a veteran chiropractor, author of Illuminated Healing, and a pioneer in red light therapy with over 27 years of experience. He has helped thousands of people find relief when traditional medicine failed and shares some of the most astonishing results he has witnessed, including reversing heart attacks, clearing up autoimmune diseases, and restoring vision.

In this in-depth conversation, we delve into the science of photobiomodulation, exploring how red light impacts the mitochondria and its implications for the future of wellness and healthcare.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why annual checkups aren’t enough

How red light therapy works at the cellular level (and why it's so effective)

The unbelievable story of a man who stopped having weekly heart issues

How red light therapy accelerates fat loss

Why full-body treatment beats face masks and handheld devices

How athletes and biohackers are using light for faster recovery and peak performance

The reasons why mainstream healthcare isn’t promoting red light therapy…yet

— Episode Chapter Big Ideas (timing may not be exact) —

00:00 – Intro & welcome

01:00 – Dr. Rothschild's journey from Brooklyn to Los Angeles and into chiropractic

03:00 – Why he was drawn to healing over money

05:00 – How he discovered red light therapy (from a flashlight-like device!)

08:15 – “I didn’t believe it could work… until I saw the results”

10:00 – Gum disease, kidney recovery, and reversing Achilles damage

13:30 – The turning point: discovering red light could help with fat loss

17:20 – “There’s never been a recorded side effect in 50 years of study”

20:00 – Why a full-body light bed changed everything

23:00 – Case study: hundreds of heart issues…and then none

30:00 – The science: how red and near-infrared light stimulate mitochondria

36:00 – The fat loss mechanism (and why red light preserves fat cells)

40:00 – Athlete performance, stamina, and Olympic training applications

45:00 – Recommended dose, frequency, and best practices

50:00 – Misconceptions about power, heat, and red light devices

55:00 – Why red light therapy isn’t mainstream yet

58:00 – “Our system profits from people staying sick — not getting better”

1:00:00 – How Dr. Rothschild stays healthy at 72

1:02:00 – Final thoughts and how to learn more

— Key Quotes from Dr. Carl Rothschild —

“There’s never been a recorded side effect from red light therapy in over 50 years of research. You couldn’t hurt someone with this if you tried.”

“If you want to make real medical change in the body, you need full-body red light therapy — not just a toy or a face mask.”

“I became a chiropractor to help people — now, more than ever, I’m hearing ‘thank you for giving me my life back.’ That’s why I do this.”

— Connect With Dr. Carl Rothschild —

Website: https://trifectalight.com/

Book (Illuminated Healing): https://www.amazon.com/Illuminated-Healing-Unraveling-Mysteries-Therapy/dp/B0C9GG2ZYV

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trifectalightofficial

Google Scholar: Red Light Therapy (tons of papers and studies) — https://scholar.google.com/scholar?q=red+light+therapy

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LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/

Ready to take your health, leadership, and performance to the next level? Book a complimentary private executive health diagnostic call with Julian Hayes II. Link below. https://calendly.com/julian-exechealth/chemistry

Website — https://www.executivehealth.io/

***DISCLAIMER: The information shared is not meant to treat or diagnose any condition. This is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes. The content here is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor and/or medical practitioner.

Heart health is one of the most misunderstood—and yet, one of the most critical—topics in modern medicine. In this episode, Dr. Anand Patel joins me to break down why traditional heart disease screening is outdated, what tests you actually need, and why cholesterol alone doesn’t tell the full story.

We also dive into the future of healthcare, parenting in the AI age, and what it means to take true ownership of your health in 2025 and beyond.

Dr. Patel is a board-certified internal medicine physician and the founder of Elevate Health (Lv8), a cutting-edge health optimization clinic. He’s also building Elevate Academy, a hands-on, AI-integrated educational space designed to prepare kids for the future. With a background in clinical medicine, tech startups, and entrepreneurship, Dr. Patel is at the forefront of rethinking health from the inside out.

If you care about longevity, prevention, and staying ahead of the curve, this conversation is a must.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why annual checkups aren’t enough

The truth about soft plaque and heart attacks

What traditional medicine gets wrong about cholesterol

Advanced heart scans (like Cleerly) that most people have never heard of

Personalized medicine vs. population health

How AI will transform both education and healthcare

Why Dr. Patel is pulling his kids out of school and building a new learning model

The future of diagnostics, wearables, and health accountability

— Episode Chapter Big Ideas (timing may not be exact) —

00:00 – Intro

00:48 – Zion National Park and getting into hiking

02:20 – Family, winter sports & Chicago winters

04:30 – Growing up in an immigrant family and becoming a physician

06:00 – Why he’s pulling his kids out of school for a new AI-integrated education model

14:20 – From hospitalist to health entrepreneur after COVID

16:00 – Why he launched Elevate Health (Lv8)

19:30 – The problem with annual checkups

22:30 – The truth about cholesterol, LDL particles & soft plaque

26:30 – Why heart health testing is broken (and what to do instead)

34:30 – Cleerly Scan and advanced heart disease detection

36:00 – Are statins good or bad? Dr. Patel weighs in

42:00 – The danger of over-relying on influencers for health advice

45:00 – Full-body scans: helpful or overkill?

50:00 – Why hyperbaric chambers, PRP & stem cells are gaining traction

56:00 – Health optimization isn’t just for the rich—mindset matters

59:20 – Time + health = your most valuable assets

1:02:00 – What success means to Dr. Patel

— Key Quotes from Dr. Anand Patel —

“Heart disease isn’t just a clogged pipe. It’s soft plaque—and it’s deadly.”

“You have a PhD-level tutor in your pocket now. The entire purpose of education has to shift."

“Medicine 3.0 is about data, personalization, and proactivity. Annual labs just aren’t enough anymore.”

— Connect With Dr. Anand Patel —

Website: https://www.lv8.health/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dranandpat84/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anand-patel1484/

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LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/

Ready to take your health, leadership, and performance to the next level? Book a complimentary private executive health diagnostic call with Julian Hayes II. Link below. https://calendly.com/julian-exechealth/chemistry

Website — https://www.executivehealth.io/

***DISCLAIMER: The information shared is not meant to treat or diagnose any condition. This is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes. The content here is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor and/or medical practitioner.

Chris Burres is a scientist, entrepreneur, and co-founder of MyVitalC, best known for bringing ESS60—a purified form of Carbon 60—to the health and wellness world. In this episode, Chris shares how this NASA-researched and Nobel Prize-winning longevity molecule is making waves in the worlds of biohacking, recovery, and cellular health.

We dive into the science behind ESS60, how it supports your cells in managing oxidative stress, and what it means for energy, sleep, inflammation, and healthy aging. Chris also opens up about his surprising path to entrepreneurship, the value gleaned from improv comedy, and why optimizing your health is as much about consistency as innovation.

This episode is a must-listen if you're interested in cutting-edge wellness, performance, and the truth about supplements.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

What ESS60 is and how it differs from regular C60

Why NASA and scientists were originally interested in this molecule

How it works at the mitochondrial level to buffer oxidative stress

Real-world benefits users report, from sleep to energy to inflammation support

Chris's entrepreneurial journey and improv background

The critical importance of protein as you age

— Episode Chapter Big Ideas (timing may not be exact) —

00:00 – Introduction

00:53 – How Chris Burres got into improv and what it taught him about life & communication

07:08 – What is ESS60 and how did Chris discover it?

14:00 – The difference between C60 and ESS60 (and the supplement industry’s quality problem)

20:36 – Antioxidant mechanism explained: The BOSS Theory

28:24 – Can ESS60 help with inflammation and oxidative stress?

34:45 – The FDA, claims, and why language matters in supplements

37:49 – Alcohol, hangovers, and “party recovery”

39:27 – What it was like writing a book with a 2x NYT #1 bestselling author

43:16 – Chris’s current biohacking experiments: peptides, HCL, MOTC

49:20 – Ultra-endurance athletes using MyVitalC to recover

55:02 – Chris’s views on diet, protein, and aging

58:42 – Longevity, muscle retention, and avoiding the “standard American diet”

1:02:57 – What success really means to Chris

1:10:25 – Where to find Chris Burres and his special offer

— Key Quotes from Chris Burres —

"Success is boring. It’s doing the same small things over and over until they add up to something great.”

"I never thought a molecule used in batteries and tires would end up helping people sleep better and live longer.”

"Your only job in improv—and in life—is to make the other person look brilliant."

— Connect With Chris Burres —

Website (and Get $15 off): https://www.myvitalc.com/ehl/

Live Longer and Better book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Longer-Better-Journey-Achievable/dp/B0CFCPVVH3

Live Longer and Better (signed book copy & part of proceeds go to Operation Underground Railroad): http://www.livelongerandbetterbook.com/

Podcast (Live Beyond The Norms): http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

Instagram: http://instagram.com/myvitalc

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MyVitalC/videos

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LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/

Ready to take your health, leadership, and performance to the next level? Book a complimentary private executive health diagnostic call with Julian Hayes II. Link below. https://calendly.com/julian-exechealth/chemistry

Website — https://www.executivehealth.io/

***DISCLAIMER: The information shared is not meant to treat or diagnose any condition. This is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes. The content here is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor and/or medical practitioner.

In this episode, we uncover the hidden dangers of sleep deprivation and its overlooked impact on leadership, decision-making, and long-term performance. If you're a CEO, founder, or high-performing professional who believes sleep is optional, this is your wake-up call.

Julian explains the science of sleep, how it shapes executive function, and why your sleep habits may silently erode your leadership edge. Discover how strategic sleep can elevate your performance, sharpen your clarity, and future-proof your health.

You’ll also learn to measure your sleep like a high performer, use wearables and tech tools wisely, and develop habits that protect your edge, even during crises and travel.

— Episode Chapter Big Ideas (timing may not be exact) —

00:00 – Intro: Why CEOs can’t afford to sacrifice sleep

01:45 – Rethinking sleep as a strategic recalibration tool

02:30 – What actually happens in your brain during sleep

03:50 – The cost of sleep deprivation on judgment and decision-making

06:00 – Quality vs. quantity: The metrics that really matter

07:45 – 4 key sleep indicators for high-performing leaders

10:30 – Wearables and tools for tracking sleep effectively

14:25 – How to protect your sleep during a crisis (3-level protocol)

18:50 – Sleep and travel: Staying sharp on the road

20:55 – Delegation as a hidden driver of better sleep

22:32 – The 7 Sleep Habits of Highly Effective CEOs

26:40 – Final message: Sleep as leadership leverage

27:45 – Invitation to book a 1:1 health and performance session

— Key Quotes —

"Sleep isn’t a luxury. It’s a leverage tool that is severely underutilized by leaders.”

"Every hour of missed sleep can drop cognitive performance by 2.4%. That’s the difference between a billion-dollar decision and a million-dollar mistake.”

"Don’t chase perfection. Chase consistency. Sleep like a leader, not a martyr."

— Connect with Julian and Executive Health —

LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/

Ready to take your health, leadership, and performance to the next level? Book a complimentary private executive health diagnostic call with Julian Hayes II. Link below. https://calendly.com/julian-exechealth/chemistry

Website — https://www.executivehealth.io/

***DISCLAIMER: The information shared is not meant to treat or diagnose any condition. This is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes. The content here is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor and/or medical practitioner.

Why is sun exposure good for you, and why have we ignored it for so long? In this solo episode, Julian discusses how natural sunlight can optimize your biology, sharpen your focus, and elevate your executive performance—without pills or gadgets. Discover the six phases of daily sunlight and how each influences your hormones, sleep, mood, metabolism, and more.

This is a mini-masterclass for high achievers, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to reclaim their edge using the sun, the most abundant resource on Earth. Today, learn how light programs your biology, regulates your circadian rhythm, and builds long-term resilience, clarity, and energy.

— Episode Chapter Big Ideas (timing may not be exact) —

00:00 – Intro: Why leaders are burning out on caffeine and chaos

01:12 – The surprising link between sunlight and executive performance

02:14 – Light isn’t just illumination—it’s information

03:23 – A preview of the 6 sunlight phases that control your biology

03:52 – Phase 1: Daybreak – Infrared light and mitochondrial prep

06:15 – Phase 2: Sunrise – Cortisol, dopamine, and a natural wake-up call

09:04 – Phase 3: Morning UVA – Metabolism, melanin & nitric oxide

12:01 – Phase 4: UVB Midday – Vitamin D, testosterone & performance

16:04 – Phase 5: Late-Day UVA – Mood-boosting, endorphins & winding down

17:35 – Phase 6: Sunset – Melatonin, deep sleep & parasympathetic shift

20:02 – The free original “performance stack” no one is using

21:15 – A challenge: Can you start with getting 10–30 minutes of sunlight daily?

23:14 – Julian’s personal gains from early morning light exposure

23:38 – Outro: Master your light, master your biology—and your leadership

— Key Quotes —

"Light isn’t just illumination—it’s information. It programs your biology.”

“The original performance stack is free. It’s outside. It’s the sunlight.”

“Too many high performers chase hacks and supplements, when the first code for peak performance is written in light.”

— Connect with Julian and Executive Health —

MyCircadian app — https://mycircadianapp.com/

LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/

Ready to take your health, leadership, and performance to the next level? Book a complimentary private executive health diagnostic call with Julian Hayes II. Link below. https://calendly.com/julian-exechealth/chemistry

Website — https://www.executivehealth.io/

***DISCLAIMER: The information shared is not meant to treat or diagnose any condition. This is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes. The content here is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor and/or medical practitioner.

The harmful effects of artificial light are more serious than most people realize. In this episode, I break down two studies showing how nighttime light exposure can disrupt your metabolism, increase insulin resistance, and even potentially raise your long-term cancer risk. You'll find this episode interesting whether you’re an executive, entrepreneur, or simply someone who stays up late, scrolling or working under LED lights.

— Episode Chapter Big Ideas (timing may not be exact) —

00:00 — Introduction

01:04 — The Light Environment Has Changed

03:13 — Blue Light & Metabolic Function

05:33 — Light Pollution & Cancer Risk

08:43 — What This Means For You

10:40 — Simple Strategies To Protect Your Health

18:31 — Closing

— Connect with Julian and Executive Health —

LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/

Ready to take your health, leadership, and performance to the next level? Book a complimentary executive health chemistry meeting with Julian Hayes II. Link below. https://calendly.com/julian-exechealth/chemistry

Website — https://www.executivehealth.io/

Artificial Light at Night and Cancer: Global Study — https://journal.waocp.org/article_40505.html

Morning and Evening Blue-Enriched Light Exposure Alters Metabolic Function in Normal Weight Adults Study — https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0155601

***DISCLAIMER: The information shared is not meant to treat or diagnose any condition. This is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes. The content here is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor and/or medical practitioner.